Bastard Of The Blues cover

Bastard Of The Blues

Helix · 2014

44 min · 11 tracks · hard rock

A gritty fusion of hard rock riffs and raw, emotive storytelling that captures the spirit of rebellion.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • gritty storytelling with emotional weight
  • mid-tempo anthems for rebellion
  • for late-night drives

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
  • seek purely instrumental experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2014, 'Bastard Of The Blues' is Helix's follow-up to their 2007 album 'Rockin' in My Outer Space'. At this point, the band was navigating a resurgence in interest while embracing classic hard rock elements, showcasing their enduring appeal after decades in the music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Kix· Ratt· Twisted Sister

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Bastard of the Blues 5:51
  • 2 Even Jesus (Wasn’t Loved in His Hometown) 3:47
  • 3 Winning Is the Best Revenge 4:04
  • 4 Screaming at the Moon 3:53
  • 5 Metal at Midnight 3:08
  • 6 Hellbound for a Heartbreak 3:35
  • 7 When All the Love Is Gone 5:00
  • 8 Axe to Grind 3:16
  • 9 Skin in the Game 4:52
  • 10 Bitch Is a Bullet 3:12
  • 11 Sticks & Stones 3:39

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